Mix finishes

Make a small hallway feel bigger by using one colour on both walls and woodwork (less contrast makes you less aware of the size of the space). Add a dash of drama by mixing and matching paint finishes suggests Will Thompson, Valspar’s head of marketing. ‘Pair glossy highlights and interior trimmings with flat matt walls for maximum impact. The velvety finish of matt surfaces works beautifully on deeper shades, giving contrast to the paler, shiny tones, which can help to achieve a professional, flawless look.’

GET THE LOOK Walls and woodwork in Breathe Deeply V700 premium blend walls & ceilings, Valspar